Reminder: the US test requirements go into effect on Tuesday! That means if you plan on boarding a flight to the US on Monday, you must get a test. TOMORROW. Unlike the similar Hawaii model, though, there are no approved testing partners. Instead, you must obtain a specific type of test. … [Read more...] about US Test Requirements Go into Effect on Tuesday
Widest Stationary Wave in the World Coming to Hawaii
Thanks to Hawaii-based developer, Haseko, the widest stationary wave in the world is coming to Hawaii. Can you guess what island it's being built on? Go ahead and guess. I'll wait. … [Read more...] about Widest Stationary Wave in the World Coming to Hawaii
Restaurant Review: Island Vintage Wine Bar
When we have staycations at the Waikiki Beach Marriott, we usually dine at Sansei Waikiki. But, thanks to the pandemic, none of the hotel's restaurants are open. As a result, we decided to trek over to the Royal Hawaiian Center and get dinner at Island Vintage Wine Bar. … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: Island Vintage Wine Bar
Hawaii Requires Pre-Travel Test for Vaccinated Travelers
Have you gotten a COVID-19 vaccine already? Great! However, if you plan on visiting the islands, you should know that Hawaii still requires a pre-travel test for vaccinated travelers. And there are good, scientific reasons for this requirement. Oh, and the City reverses course on the new Hanauma Bay rules. … [Read more...] about Hawaii Requires Pre-Travel Test for Vaccinated Travelers
Hawaii Pre-Travel Testing Fails to Attract Japanese
Just as I predicted, Hawaii pre-travel testing fails to attract Japanese visitors. And, the reasons why the program failed are, mostly, due to those that I cited in my predictions. Who could've seen that coming? … [Read more...] about Hawaii Pre-Travel Testing Fails to Attract Japanese
Marriott Hawaii Not Offering Points Discounts
Marriott's latest award redemption promotion lets you save up to 40% off standard rates. But, it only applies to off-peak rates, so in reality, you're only saving 10% on those rates. Still, that's not bad! Unfortunately, Marriott Hawaii is not offering points discounts. Mostly. … [Read more...] about Marriott Hawaii Not Offering Points Discounts
Waikiki Clinic Reports Uptick in COVID Cases
With cases surging around the US and particularly in Hawaii's single largest source of visitors - California, it's no surprise that a Waikiki clinic reports an uptick in COVID cases. And, of course, this is especially true of travelers arriving from California. … [Read more...] about Waikiki Clinic Reports Uptick in COVID Cases
Marriott Reinstates Elite Guarantees + Adds Benefits
Months after suspending them due to the pandemic, Marriott reinstates Elite guarantees. What's more, they've announced a slew of new benefits and promotions with an eye on retaining members for the expected return of travel in 2022. … [Read more...] about Marriott Reinstates Elite Guarantees + Adds Benefits
Walk-In Entry No Longer Permitted at Hanauma Bay
Heads up! Walk-in entry no longer permitted at Hanauma Bay due to a multitude of safety concerns. This restriction will remain in place until the City & County of Honolulu can implement a new online reservation system. … [Read more...] about Walk-In Entry No Longer Permitted at Hanauma Bay
Ohana by Hawaiian to Suspend All Service
Back in October Hawaiian announced that it planned to suspend service at its commuter subsidiary, Ohana. However, the DOT overruled them citing essential air service requirements. Now, though, the DOT has issued a new ruling allowing Ohana by Hawaiian to suspend all service soon. … [Read more...] about Ohana by Hawaiian to Suspend All Service
